MapBox and TileStream Integration / Arc2Earth Desktop / FAQs - Arc2Earth Support. MapBox is a set of open source projects from DevelopmentSeed that allow you to create and host map tiles.
TileStream is a paid service that gives you easy upload and management of your maps with a single monthy price. MapBox for iPad is a free application that allows you to download tile caches and bring them into the field without the need for an internet connection. Offline maps on the iPad are a compelling alternative to technologies like GeoPDF with the added benefit of exactly matching your existing desktop map symbology, labeling and renderers.
Arc2Earth now allows you to create map tile caches that are compatible with both MapBox for iPad and TileStream. You can easily export your maps directly from ArcMap and immediately have them available online or in the field. MapBox for iPad is Now Available in the App Store. The MapBox App for iPad is now available in the App Store for free!
The app lets you download and interact with custom map tiles from MapBox.com and visualize KML and GeoRSS data. Everything is stored directly on the iPad so you can use the app without an internet connection. Crafty gnomes making technology fun again. As a followup to my Looking forward to SecondConf post, I wanted to be sure to talk about the conference after the fact.
In a word: fantastic. I hope to do it justice in this writeup. I haven't seen any comprehensive posts about it (but please feel free to comment if I've missed one) and I definitely think it's due one, so here goes... Edit: I have posted my photos from the event as well. Logistics & Kickoff.